Horseback Riding in Julian, California (San Diego County)

I specialize in ages 8 through adults. Those with experience or those just beginning. I am a fun, professional, down to earth, instructor who completely loves what she does! I teach everything from a safety standpoint in an atmosphere of encouragement. My lessons are geared toward your goals and include not just riding but, also horsemanship(grooming, saddling, parts of the horse, and lots more).

Your first lesson is an evaluation lesson where we go over what your reasons for wanting to learn to ride are and what you'd like to achieve. During this initial lesson, you'll learn how to safely work around the horse, grooming, tacking-up and of course, you'll ride! This first lesson takes about 90 minutes. This time also gives us both an idea if my teaching methods and style are a good match for you. Feel free to give me a call directly to set-up this initial lesson. I hope to hear from you soon!

Heather Merten
*CHA Level 4 Certified Riding Instructor
*Insured
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35 years horse experience with ober 17 years specialized dressage training, I hold a PhD in Psychology and Behavior, I am an ICF certified coach as well as a NARHA certified Advance Level Instructor and Certified EGALA Horse Professional. My professional background lends itself well to both horses and riders who wish to progressand succeed in theircompetitive goals.
I offer training for riders of all levels from beginner through advanced FEI , seeking to improve their skills through a greater understanding of dressage principals and techniques. School horses from beginner through intermediate dressage levels are available fror lessons as well as lease. I will help you unlock and fully develop your horse’s ultimate potential. Utilizing an eclectic theoretical and practical approach which takes into consideration each horse’s unique behavioral characteristics, history, strengths, and weaknesses to:
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Develop and optimize gaits
Apply strength training for horse and rider
Increase endurance and soundness
Improve sensitivity
Work through problem behaviors
Establish reliable obedience and willingness
Improve communication and understanding between horse and rider
Build sustainable positive relationship between horse and rider
Increase confidence
Improve your competitive edge

My combined educational, experiential and practical background can help develop your horse into a sounder, more athletic, willing and obedient horse that is light, happy and fun to ride; as well as your experience into a more confident, knowledgeable, and effective rider. Be the best you can be!... See More

English hunter/jumper. Western pleasure. Home to the Mira Costa College Horsemanship program. Over 30 yrs exp teaching children and adults. Leases, Sales, Training, Boarding.

Sterling Hill Riding Academy provides riding lessons, camps, and birthday parties in a fun, friendly, family-orientated environment. All ages and levels of riding are welcome.

Blossom Hill Ranch is a beautiful equine facility located in West Murrieta just off the 15 freeway. The family friendly atmosphere welcomes children and aspiring riders of all ages. We have a team of enthusiastic staff who want to make every horse experience positive and fun. Safety is a strong priority at our facility and we take all possible measures to ensure it. Our horses are a reflection of that as each one is well trained and has a sweet disposition. All of our horses are cherished team members receiving excellent care and lots of love. We have a great passion for horses at Blossom Hill Ranch and take much joy in sharing that love with others. We would love to help you get involved today!... See More

Here at JS Equine Concepts, we believe that a beautiful ride is a true partnership. We strive to help riders and their horses become confident with each other by keeping them safe by giving them the tools to make their partnership strong and keeping it fun. JS Equine Concepts offers a wide variety of services. Trainer: Stephan Gerpheide BIO below:

EDUCATION:
German Riding School: The official 3-year program ending with two-week clinic tests, requiring a passing score for certification from the German Government and German Riding Association FN. "Bereiter FN."

EXPERIENCE:

Center of the Westfalien Breeders: Training from young horses (3yr. and older) Auctions, 100 day test for the approved 3 yr. old Stallions & Sale horses.

Gestuet Katharinenhof: Brood mares, Approved Stallions & Horses in all ages up to Grand Prix level, Showing up to 1.40 m.

Paul Schockemoehle: Worked for one year at the main training facility in Muehlen with, Franke Sloothaak, Evelyn Blaton, Otto Becker, Alois Pollmann-Schweckhorst, Dirk Hafemeister & Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum.

Dr. Med. Vet. Hans Stil/ Swiss: Driver and Assistant Swiss, Italy, France, Germany.

Reitanlage Feldwiesen: Private show barn. Riding with Bogdan Sasjarworsky I rode in smaller shows with young horses and sale horses up to 1. 40m.

Susanne Rundshagen: Boarding barn/ Training, lessons, showing brood mares.

Gestuet Finkhorster Berg: Top Rider Joerg Kreutzmann Show and Sales Barn Horses from 3 yr. up to Grand Prix level.

Kai Gerken: Private Breeding, Show and Sales Barn 25 - 30 Mares, 8 Stallions in breeding. Business every year up to 4 Stallions at the approvals in Holstein 15 to 20 Sale Horses.

Moved from Germany to the United States in 2007.

SIG * Training of Sale and Show Horses up to Grand Prix level.

*SERVICES
JS Equine Concepts Is A Full Service Training Facility Specializing In~ Jumpers, Hunters, Colt Starting, Problem Horses, Rehab, Layup, Sales Prepping & Stallion Approval. Horses Are Kept Happy & Every Session Will Always End On A"Good Note," So That Training Never Takes Any Steps Back. **Please Note Horse Boarding Is Exclusively For Horses/Clients In Training. We Do Not Offer Any Public Boarding. *Please Call For Pricing*
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We are located in Riverside County, in Menifee, California. We offer English, Western, and Vaulting riding lessons with an Equine Science Program, taught by certified instructors. Summer, Winter and Spring Day Camps, Competitive Vaulting, and Riding Parties are also available. Family owned since 1986.... See More

The Dudette Ranch concept is a local take off of the vacation destination Dude Ranch. "Although we aren’t wrangling cattle or sleeping under the stars, this is a working horse ranch and the monthly membership allows members daily access to hang out at the barn and work with the horses as we care for, train and ride. The program includes riding lessons, buddy passes, field trips and even the opportunity for those who want to lease a horse. All the equipment and horses are provided and we have programs for the beginner through the advanced rider in both English and Western" says owner Pattie Roberts.... See More

Teaching riding has been a lifelong dream, and riding, instructing and horses are my passion! We are currently looking for all levels of rider of both adults and children.
We offer lessons to the beginner through advanced rider focusing on development of the balanced seat and communication with the horse through dressage basics. Lessons are geared towards the rider who wants to advance their horsemanship skills.

The instructor is CHA certified instructor and is focused on the safety of horse and rider.

Lesson Rates:
$50/ one hour individual lesson
$25/ one hour individual lesson
$30/ half hour semi- private lesson
$25/ half hour Tiny Tot lessons starting at 2 1/2 years of age (walking/trotting and care on miniature horse)

We have several lesson horses available!
We utilize headsets to increase communication between rider and instructor when needed.

Crystal Udehn MA/CCC-SLP is a Licensed Speech-Language... See More

Winterbrook Ranch is a friendly and professionally run training stable for riders of all ages. At Winterbrook Ranch our trainer Carolyn Ray will strive to help you meet all your riding goals in a relaxed family friendly environment. We can teach you proper equitation to prepare you for showing in Dressage, English, or Jumping, competing in cowboy races or sorting events, or just for going on a relaxing trail ride. Lesson horses are available or we can train your horse to be a willing partner in your adventures. As well as showing at various locations, we host a number of events on site including:play days,horse camps,seminars,trail rides,and more. We look forward to serving you and your family.... See More

Please contact me for your prospect needs for any western discipline, I have horses of all ages and levels for sale. I offer training and lessons for many events, specializing in cutting. Cattle available for training and lessons. Currently accepting all ages and levels of horses. Visit my website and contact me today!... See More

We are an Interdenomination Christian church in Lake Elsinore with 60 acres of land on Ortega Highway. Our goal is to preserve and present a family-friendly equine experience for children and parents in rural surroundings. We offer free trail rides--no experience necessary. Care clinics, camps, and group or private lessons are available. Horseback riding is also part of our K-12 academic school. Kids and horses--what a great combination!... See More